Standard Science Primary 5 Systems

What will happen to a plant if the food-carrying tubes in its stem are removed?

A The plant will grow more flowers.
B The roots will die because they do not receive food.
C The leaves will die because they do not receive water.
D Nothing will happen.
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Step 1: Food is made in the leaves through photosynthesis. Step 2: Food-carrying tubes (phloem) transport this food down to the roots and other parts. Step 3: Without food, the roots cannot function and will eventually die.

Correct answer: The roots will die because they do not receive food.

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